What's At Stake For Americans Abroad

1. Jozy Altidore looks to lead AZ to the Dutch Cup

Jozy Altidore's record-setting season for an American abroad has been headlined by three hat tricks and 28 goals (and counting), but he can add to it by helping AZ Alkmaar claim the KNVB Beker (Dutch Cup). AZ will face PSV Eindhoven in the final on May 9 in Rotterdam with a point to prove after an otherwise underachieving regular season.

Altidore has scored seven goals in five games in the competition, including one from the penalty spot after enduring racist taunts and chants from fans at second-tier Den Bosch in the quarterfinals. What better way to cap off a career season than by starring against one of the Netherlands' best clubs with silverware on the line?

Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:09 PM

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What's At Stake For Americans Abroad

With seasons across the world heading into the home stretch, plenty remains on the line for Americans abroad. Whether it is chasing promotion or trying to avoid relegation; seeking places in next season's European competition; or attempting to lift domestic and continental silverware, the potential lingers for the next month to be a fruitful -- or disappointing -- one for a handful of U.S. internationals.